15
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Winch Line
has difficulty
spooling off the
winch drum by
hand.
Bent drum side
flange.
Replace Drum.
Worn drum bearing
surfaces.
Replace motor sub-assembly and/or
clutch sub-assembly.
Free spool clutch is
damaged.
Remove and inspect gear carrier
assembly. Inspect output gear,
intermediate gear, input gear, sun gear
ring and gear ring output. Remove
burns with file.
Winch is not
mounted correctly or
square on the winch
plate.
Check mounting hole measurements for
consistency and squareness. Be sure
that mounting surface is flat and
mounting bolts are tight.
Internal damage
to ring gear.
Disassemble gear assembly, inspect for
damage, clean and grease or replace
worn or damaged parts.
